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preparing for varnish

I have rolled 1 coat of west sytem epoxy onto the deck, without glass (yeah i know the pitfalls). preperation consisted of sanding with 300.

Having spent a small fortune on varnish, I want to get it right. I am using a two pack, made by international called perfection.

I intend to wait a week until the epoxy has totally cured, then sand finely (380). Next wash the deck with a washing solution produced by international. After drying i will then add two thin coats of varnish.